webctl

Webctl enables browser automation via CLI for AI agents and humans. Operations teams use it to automate web tasks, reducing manual effort. It integrates with supported AI agents like Claude, streamlining workflows.

[{"step":"Install webctl and its dependencies (e.g., `pip install webctl` and ensure Chrome/Chromium is installed).","tip":"Use `webctl --version` to verify installation. For headless mode, ensure your system supports GUI-less execution."},{"step":"Define the task in a structured format. Break complex workflows into smaller steps (e.g., login → navigate → export).","tip":"Test each step individually first. Use `webctl --debug` to log actions for troubleshooting."},{"step":"Execute the task via CLI or integrate with an AI agent. For CLI: `webctl --task \"[TASK]\" --output [FILE]`. For AI agents, use the prompt template above.","tip":"Adjust `BROWSER_MODE` (headful/headless) and `DELAY_MS` based on network speed and page load times."},{"step":"Verify the output (e.g., check file existence, data accuracy). Log errors for debugging.","tip":"Use `webctl --replay` to replay the session and inspect failures. For AI agents, ask the model to validate the output."},{"step":"Automate the task in a cron job or CI/CD pipeline if it’s recurring. Example: `0 2 * * * webctl --task \"[DAILY_EXPORT]\" --output /backups/users_$(date +%Y%m%d).csv`","tip":"Store credentials securely (e.g., environment variables) to avoid hardcoding sensitive data."}]